NOW A DERELICT BUILDING ON THE RIVER BOYNE IN DROGHEDA
This late 19th-century, five-story factory building, prominently situated on the River Boyne west of the town centre, has been vacant and unmaintained for several years. While most of the external structure remains, there are clear signs of deterioration including water damage, slipped slates, vegetation growth, broken windows, and vandalism. Although there's no immediate risk of collapse, without urgent repairs, the building's condition will rapidly worsen.
Despite previous development proposals for this site, none have come to fruition. Information about the current status of these proposals and ongoing building maintenance is lacking. Identifying new uses for this building is crucial to prevent further degradation.
A major fire on St. Patrick's Day 2019 significantly damaged the property, reducing the main building to a shell.
Donaghy's Mill, Drogheda: A History
Origins: Built in 1833 as the Westgate Mill.
Initial Purpose: A steam-powered flax mill, vital to Drogheda's industrial boom.
Production: Flax spinning and linen production.
Closure of Flax Mill: 1860s, due to rising costs.
Rebirth as Shoe Factory: 1932, Edward Donaghy reopens it as a shoe factory.
Closure of Shoe Factory: 1970s, marking the end of its industrial use.
Dereliction: Remained vacant and neglected for decades.
Fire Damage: A major fire in March 2019 caused significant damage, leaving it a roofless shell.
Current Status: Derelict, structurally unsound, and at risk.
Reasons for Dereliction:
Lack of viable redevelopment plans.
High costs of restoration and repurposing.
Challenges of preserving historical elements.
Potential contamination from industrial past.
Despite previous development proposals for this site, none have come to fruition. Information about the current status of these proposals and ongoing building maintenance is lacking. Identifying new uses for this building is crucial to prevent further degradation.
A major fire on St. Patrick's Day 2019 significantly damaged the property, reducing the main building to a shell.
Donaghy's Mill, Drogheda: A History
Origins: Built in 1833 as the Westgate Mill.
Initial Purpose: A steam-powered flax mill, vital to Drogheda's industrial boom.
Production: Flax spinning and linen production.
Closure of Flax Mill: 1860s, due to rising costs.
Rebirth as Shoe Factory: 1932, Edward Donaghy reopens it as a shoe factory.
Closure of Shoe Factory: 1970s, marking the end of its industrial use.
Dereliction: Remained vacant and neglected for decades.
Fire Damage: A major fire in March 2019 caused significant damage, leaving it a roofless shell.
Current Status: Derelict, structurally unsound, and at risk.
Reasons for Dereliction:
Lack of viable redevelopment plans.
High costs of restoration and repurposing.
Challenges of preserving historical elements.
Potential contamination from industrial past.
NOW A DERELICT BUILDING ON THE RIVER BOYNE IN DROGHEDA